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150 Point-plus Inspection

A GM trained technician performs the following 150-plus point inspection on every Larry Hudson Optimum Used Vehicle:

1. Check vehicle mileage against service records for accuracy
   
   Engine Compartment
   
2. Hood release, hinges, prop rod or gas struts provide proper operation
3. Check finish (rust, corrosion)
4. Check factory instruction stickers
   
   Engine Condition
   
5. Verify original equipment and displacement
6. Valve covers and head gaskets in good condition
7. Condition of engine belts, automatic belt tensioner, hoses, and wires
8. Condition of hose clamps, retainer clips, and wire casings
9. Look for areas of concentrated dirt or grime
   
   Engine Oil Level/Condition
   
10. Check oil level, verify oil clarity and viscosity
    
    Engine Coolant Level/Condition
    
11. Check radiator for leaks and damage/fan shroud is securely in place
12. Verify blades of cooling fans are not broken or bent
13. Check coolant level, freeze protection rating
    
    Air Filter Inspection
    
14. Inspect air filter/filter housing for debris (leaves, bugs)
    
    Battery Load Test
    
15. Inspect battery for cracks. Clean and inspect battery top, posts & cables
16. Measure battery voltage/conduct load test
    
    Ignition System
    
17. Inspect system for loose, cracked or burned wires. Check wire for short circuits and arcing
    
    Power Steering Fluid Level
    
18. Inspect power steering fluid level
    
    Brake Fluid Level
    
19. Locate and inspect master cylinder reservoir, check brake fluid level
    
    Automatic Transmission Fluid Level & Condition
    
20. Check all ranges from "Park" to "1^st" for proper engagement
21. Fluid level meets manufacturer’s specified level, clarity and viscosity
    
    Fuel System
    
22. Inspect fuel injection system for proper operation
23. Check fuel system for leaks or loose wires and lines
24. Inspect evaporative emissions system for proper operation
    
    Manual Transmission Fluid Level
    
25. Measure fluid level, clarity and viscosity (if equipped)
    
    Manual Transmission Hydraulic Clutch Fluid Level
    
26. Check clutch fluid reservoir for proper level
    
    Washer Fluid Level
    
27. Inspect/fill washer fluid reservoir (front)/(rear, if equipped)
    
    Starter Performance (Automatic Transmission)
    
28. Check that starter only operates in "Park" or "Neutral"
    
    Starter Performance (Manual Transmission)
    
29. Starts only when Clutch pedal is pressed all the way down (GM vehicles)
    
    Engine Running, Noise, Vibration & Hardness
    
30. Check for fluid leaks or valvetrain noise
31. Vacuum system condition
32. Fuel delivery system
33. Valve cover/cylinder head/exhaust manifold gasket soundness
34. Radiator/heater hoses condition
35. Power steering pump/hose condition
36. No squeaking belts
    
    Instrumentation and Interior Component Inspection
    
37. SRS system warning light/self test
38. ABS system warning light/self test
    
    Instrument Panel
    
39. Instrument panel/gauge lights and operation
40. Electronic instrument cluster, Head-up Display operational (if equipped)
    
    Climate Control
    
41. HVAC/Front and Rear Electronic Climate Control (if equipped)
42. All climate control directional functions/vents working properly
    
    Audio System
    
43. Audio controls, speakers, steering wheel controls (if equipped)
44. Power antenna (if equipped)
    
    Windshield Wiper/Washer Operation
    
45. Wiper/Washer Multifunction Switch
46. Hi/Lo/Delay wiper arm speed
47. Wiper arms cycle properly/Washer fluid spray operational
48. Wiper blades
    
    Rear Windshield Wiper/Washer Operation
    
49. Wiper arms cycle properly/Washer fluid spray operational
50. Delay wipe feature operational (if equipped)
51. Wiper blade
    
    Electric Rear Window Defroster Operation
    
52. Defroster switch/heating grid operation
    
    Horn Operation
    
53. Horn operation/sound quality
    
    Lighter/Powerpoint Outlets
    
54. Cigarette lighter operational, auxiliary Powerpoints operational
    
    Tilt Steering Wheel (if equipped)
    
55. Steering wheel locks in each tilt position
    
    Inside Rearview Mirror
    
56. Rearview mirror adjusts, range of movement, Auto dim (if equipped)
57. Map/Reading lights (if equipped)
    
    Window Regulators/Power Window/Motors/Vent Windows
    
58. All power window switches operational (if equipped)
59. Manual/power (if equipped) windows operate smoothly
60. Window Regulators/Motors work correctly (if equipped)
61. Sliding rear window/vent windows (if equipped)
    
    Outside Mirror Controls
    
62. Check mirrors for full movement in all directions
63. Check that mirrors have good clarity and no scratches or cracks
64. Heated Mirrors/Personal Memory systems function (if equipped)
    
    Power Sunroof Operation (If Equipped)
    
65. Sunroof opens, tilts and closes properly
66. Check sunroof track for any obstructions or damage
67. Check sunroof seals for any cracks or damage
    
    Removable Roof Panels (If Equipped)
    
68. Roof panel latches
69. Check roof panel weather stripping for cracks or damage
    
    Convertible Top Operation (If Equipped)
    
70. Headliner condition (if equipped)
71. Check roof structure for bent rods or damage
72. Top opens and closes fully
73. Rear window, glass or plastic condition
74. Convertible top seals and clamps
    
    
    Interior Trim InspectionSeat Fabric and Trim Condition
    
75. Vehicle seats are free from wear, stains, or tears
76. Passenger compartment trim panels fit and finish
77. Headliner fit and condition
    
    Seat Adjustment
    
78. Driver and Passenger seat tracks are operational
79. Adjustable head restraints (if equipped)
80. Folding rear seatback/Valet Lockout feature (if equipped)
81. Driver/passenger seat controls are operational
    
    Safety Belt Condition/Integral Child Seat Operation
    
82. Driver/front passenger seat belt operation
83. Front passenger’s seat belt works correctly
84. Rear seat belts operation
85. Inspect safety belt webbing and buckles at all seating positions
86. Height adjustable shoulder belts work correctly (if equipped)
87. Check that integral child seat is operating properly (if equipped)
88. Inspect all child seat hardware and latches in working order
    
    Sun Visor Operation and Condition
    
89. Inspect the sun visors in their full range of movement
90. Inspect material and retainer clips
91. Vanity mirror condition/illumination (if equipped)
    
    Interior/Courtesy Light Operation
    
92. Check that all interior lights/switches are operational
    
    Remote Decklid/Liftgate Release Operation
    
93. Check operation of decklid/liftgate during remote release
94. Inspect weather seal for damage
95. Decklid pull down feature (if equipped)
    
    Remote Fuel Filler Door Release Operation (If Equipped)
    
96. Inspect operation of the remote fuel filler door release feature
97. Interior fuel door switch, release mechanism working properly
    
    Ashtray
    
98. Inspect ashtray for broken, bent or melted components
    
    Glove Box Operation
    
99. Inspect latch, lock, and hinges for proper operation
    
    Door Trim and Lock Operation
    
100. Check that all doors open and close smoothly
101. Inspect operation manual or power door locks, rear door security lock
102. Check that doors cannot be opened in the "Locked" position
103. Check hand held remote transmitter operational (if equipped)
104. Check all interior/exterior door handles for damage
105. Inspect fit and finish of each door trim panel, armrest, and assist strap
     
     Carpet and Floor Mat Condition
     
106. Inspect carpet and floor mats for burns, dirt, excessive wear
     
     Cargo Area
     
107. Inspect cargo area trim panels for fit and finish
108. Cargo area, door lock switch operation, powerpoint power (if equipped)
     
     Spare Tire Condition/Jack & Wrench Location
     
109. Inspect spare tire and wheel condition
110. Inspect that all tools needed for spare tire change are intact
     
     Pre-Test Drive Inspection
     
     Head Lamp/Fog Lamp Operations
     
111. Headlamp switch, High/Low beam is functional
112. Headlamps are aimed properly
113. Twilight/headlamp delay feature OK (if equipped)
114. Fog lamps are aimed and functional (if equipped)
     
     Parking/Brake/Back Up/Turn & Side Marker Lamps
     
115. Front and rear parking lamps
116. Brake and backup lamps
117. Left/Right turn signal lamps
     
     Hazard Warning Lights
     
118. Hazard warning lights work with vehicle running/not running
     
     Wheel and Tire Condition (Inspect Pre Test Drive and In Service Bay)
     
119. Wheel covers/wheel centre hubs OK (if equipped)
120. Tire side walls, valve stems, and wear pattern (4/32" Tread)
121. Tire size/correct air pressure/lug nuts secured
122. Inspect wheel rims for damage
     
     Shock Absorber Test
     
123. Front shock absorbers/strut assembly
124. Rear shock absorbers/strut assembly
     
     
     The Test Drive
     
     Brake Shift/Transmission Interlock (Automatic Transmission)
     
125. Gear selector cannot be moved out of Park unless brake is applied
     
     Transmission Operation (Automatic)
     
126. Transmission gear engagement/shift points are smooth
     
     Transmission Operation (Manual)
     
127. Clutch pedal/gear shift engagement
128. No transmission noise
     
     Engine Performance
     
129. Engine driveability/performance
130. Engine NVH (noise, vibration, and hardness)
     
     Brake Operation
     
131. Power assisted braking system is functional
132. Anti-lock brake system warning/self-test light is functional
133. Anti-lock brake system functional (if equipped)
134. Vehicle tracks straight under hard braking conditions
     
     Suspension/Drivetrain/Noise/Vibration/Hardness
     
135. No abnormal vehicle noise, vibrations or harshness identified
     
     Cornering Ability
     
136. Vehicle cornering dynamics
137. Vehicle has no abnormal body roll
     
     Cruise Control (If Equipped)
     
138. Cruise control holds at a set speed/adjustments work properly
     
     
     Service Bay Inspection
     
     Transmission Case Inspection
     
139. Transmission case/pan structurally sound
     
     Manual Transmission Fluid Level and Condition
     
140. Fluid level, clarity and condition
     
     Transfer Case (4-Wheel Drive Models)
     
141. Fluid level, clarity and condition
142. Transfer case/skid plate structural condition
     
     Brake System Condition
     
143. Brake rotor/drum surfaces
144. Brake pads/shoes have 40% of usable material remaining
145. Parking brake operation
     
     Engine Mounts/Front Suspension Links & Bushings
     
146. Inspect all engine mounts, grommets and bushings
147. Front suspension links/sway bar/mounts
     
     Struts and Shock Absorber Condition
     
148. Shock absorbers/struts free of leaks and damage
     
     Steering System Condition
     
149. Inspect structural condition of all steering system elements
     
     CV Joint Dust Boot Condition
     
150. CV dust cover boot void of rips/damage
     
     Drive Axle, Axle Fluid Levels
     
151. Drive Axle meets Manufacturer specifications
152. Inspect differential case for fluid leaks
153. Front/Drive axle fluid level
     
     Fuel Tank System Condition
     
154. Fuel tank and delivery lines are sound, no fuel odor
     
     Vehicle/Structural Damage
     
155. Vehicle shows no signs of collision damage
     
     Exhaust System
     
156. Exhaust system hung/routed properly, meets structural integrity, exhaust tone
     
     Engine Oil and Filter Change, Chassis Lube
     
157. Lubricate all chassis points, perform oil and filter change
     
     Soak Test
     
158. Soak test/no leakage found
     
     
     Appearance Inspection — Exterior Wear and Tear
     
     Window Glass
     
159. Inspect all glass surfaces for chips and cracks
     
     Hood Condition
     
160. Inspect hood for proper alignment with fenders, grille, and fascia
161. Inspect hood’s finish for dents and scratches
     
     Grille, Front Bumper, and Fascia Condition
     
162. Check that bumper guards and rubstrips are securely fastened
163. Check grille, front bumper, or fascia alignment/condition
164. Vehicle is free from road tar and tree sap
     
     Driver Side Fender, Door(s), Quarter Panel Condition
     
165. Inspect for panel alignment, finish quality, previous body work
166. Weather seals, placement/condition
167. Bodyside mirrors, mouldings and badging properly secured
     
     Decklid, Liftgate, Tailgate or Rear Cargo Door Condition
     
168. Inspect the rear body panel surfaces for dings, dents and scratches
169. Decklid, liftgate or rear panel doors
170. Weather seals, placement/condition
171. Pickup Tailgate/Bed/Side Rails (if equipped)Bedliner OK
172. 
     
     Rear Bumper/Fascia Condition
     
173. Inspect all rear trim components for proper fit, no collision damage
174. Check that all bumper guards and rubstrips are securely fastened
     
     Passenger Side Fender, Door(s), Quarter Panel Condition
     
175. Inspect areas for panel alignment, finish quality, and previous body work
176. Weather seals, placement/condition
177. Bodyside mirrors, mouldings and badging properly secured
     
     Radio Antenna
     
178. Inspect mast antenna, Antenna base secured to body panel
     
     Final Inspections
     
179. Engine compartment is clean/degreased

180. Interior compartment has been cleaned/detailed